Riley Child-Rhymes By: James Whitcomb Riley (1849-1916)
Riley Child-Rhymes by James Whitcomb Riley is a delightful collection of poems that captures the innocence, wonder, and simplicity of childhood. This compilation transports readers to a bygone era, where youngsters are enthralled by nature, nursery rhymes, and the endless possibilities of their imagination. Riley's writing style is both charming and whimsical, allowing readers to vividly picture the scenes he describes. Each poem presents a snapshot of a child's world, filled with laughter, mischief, and boundless joy. From the playful escapades of mischievous children to the heartwarming moments shared among siblings, Riley captures the essence of childhood love, friendship, and innocence. What sets Riley Child-Rhymes apart from other collections is Riley's ability to infuse his verses with humor. He effortlessly creates memorable characters, such as the mischievous Little Orphant Annie and the adventurous Tom Johnson's Fox. These characters come to life through Riley's clever wordplay and lively descriptions, enchanting readers of all ages. The poems in this collection touch upon various facets of childhood, including the importance of family, the wonders of nature, and the power of imagination. Riley seamlessly weaves together themes of love, loss, and the beauty of everyday life, imparting timeless moral lessons in a gentle and captivating manner. In addition to its lyrical prose, Riley Child-Rhymes also features beautiful illustrations that perfectly complement the poems. The illustrations immerse readers in the world of the children, enhancing their reading experience. Riley Child-Rhymes is a true treasure for both children and adults alike. It is a book to be read and cherished, to be shared and passed down through generations. James Whitcomb Riley's enchanting words continue to resonate with readers, reminding us all of the simple joys and magic that accompany the journey of childhood. First Page: [Illustration: A list'nin' to the witch tales 'at Annie tells abou Frontispiece] RILEY CHILD RHYMES James Whitcomb Riley WITH HOOSIER PICTURES BY Will Vawter Copyright 1890, 1896, 1898 and 1905 WITH HALE AFFECTION AND ABIDING FAITH THESE RHYMES AND PICTURES ARE INSCRIBED TO THE CHILDREN EVERYWHERE He owns the bird songs of the hills The laughter of the April rills; And his are all the diamonds set In Morning's dewy coronet, And his the Dusk's first minted stars That twinkle through the pasture bars And litter all the skies at night With glittering scraps of silver light; The rainbow's bar, from rim to rim, In beaten gold, belongs to him. CONTENTS [Note from the transcriber: The Table of Contents below was taken from the book and is an alphabetical list of the poems. A second Table of Contents, listing the poems in the order they occur in this book, has been provided by the transcriber.] AT AUNTY'S HOUSE BEAR STORY, THE BOY LIVES ON OUR FARM, THE BOYS' CANDIDATE, THE BUMBLEBEE, THE CIRCUS DAY PARADE, THE CURLY LOCKS DAYS GONE BY, THE DOWN AROUND THE RIVER ENVOY FUNNY LITTLE FELLOW, THE GRANDFATHER SQUEERS HAPPY LITTLE CRIPPLE, THE HOME MADE FAIRY TALE, A IMPETUOUS RESOLVE, AN JOLLY MILLER,... Continue reading book >>

Riley Child-Rhymes By: James Whitcomb Riley (1849-1916)

Riley Child-Rhymes by James Whitcomb Riley is a delightful collection of poems that captures the innocence, wonder, and simplicity of childhood. This compilation transports readers to a bygone era, where youngsters are enthralled by nature, nursery rhymes, and the endless possibilities of their imagination.

Riley's writing style is both charming and whimsical, allowing readers to vividly picture the scenes he describes. Each poem presents a snapshot of a child's world, filled with laughter, mischief, and boundless joy. From the playful escapades of mischievous children to the heartwarming moments shared among siblings, Riley captures the essence of childhood love, friendship, and innocence.

What sets Riley Child-Rhymes apart from other collections is Riley's ability to infuse his verses with humor. He effortlessly creates memorable characters, such as the mischievous Little Orphant Annie and the adventurous Tom Johnson's Fox. These characters come to life through Riley's clever wordplay and lively descriptions, enchanting readers of all ages.

The poems in this collection touch upon various facets of childhood, including the importance of family, the wonders of nature, and the power of imagination. Riley seamlessly weaves together themes of love, loss, and the beauty of everyday life, imparting timeless moral lessons in a gentle and captivating manner.

In addition to its lyrical prose, Riley Child-Rhymes also features beautiful illustrations that perfectly complement the poems. The illustrations immerse readers in the world of the children, enhancing their reading experience.

Riley Child-Rhymes is a true treasure for both children and adults alike. It is a book to be read and cherished, to be shared and passed down through generations. James Whitcomb Riley's enchanting words continue to resonate with readers, reminding us all of the simple joys and magic that accompany the journey of childhood.

First Page:

[Illustration: A list'nin' to the witch tales 'at Annie tells abou Frontispiece]

RILEY CHILD RHYMES

James Whitcomb Riley

WITH HOOSIER PICTURES BY

Will Vawter

WITH HALE AFFECTION AND ABIDING FAITH THESE RHYMES AND PICTURES ARE INSCRIBED TO THE CHILDREN EVERYWHERE

He owns the bird songs of the hills The laughter of the April rills; And his are all the diamonds set In Morning's dewy coronet, And his the Dusk's first minted stars That twinkle through the pasture bars And litter all the skies at night With glittering scraps of silver light; The rainbow's bar, from rim to rim, In beaten gold, belongs to him.

CONTENTS

[Note from the transcriber: The Table of Contents below was taken from the book and is an alphabetical list of the poems. A second Table of Contents, listing the poems in the order they occur in this book, has been provided by the transcriber.]

AT AUNTY'S HOUSE

BEAR STORY, THE

BOY LIVES ON OUR FARM, THE

BOYS' CANDIDATE, THE

BUMBLEBEE, THE

CIRCUS DAY PARADE, THE

CURLY LOCKS

DAYS GONE BY, THE

DOWN AROUND THE RIVER

ENVOY

FUNNY LITTLE FELLOW, THE

GRANDFATHER SQUEERS

HAPPY LITTLE CRIPPLE, THE

HOME MADE FAIRY TALE, A

IMPETUOUS RESOLVE, AN

JOLLY MILLER,... Continue reading book >>

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